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How Can Chronic Constipation In An Infant Be Treated?

Hi my 7months old baby has been constipated since starting solids;i breasfeed him and give 60mls of water after feeding him solids e.g soft poriddge in the morning,veges at lunch,then soft porridge again for supper..ive also tried feeding him prunes or pear puree but nothing seems to be helping., i dont know what to give him to relieve constipation
Fri, 17 Nov 2017
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Hi, I have read your query and understand your concerns.
Would you be able to tell how often does he have a bowel movement?


Answer: It’s normal for babies to get mildly constipated after introducing solid foods.

Usually, there is no need to worry but if you notice that the poo is hard or he is not passing it for 3 or more days then you should take him to the doctor. There are a number of stool softeners and other medications for constipation that would help.

At the moment you are doing the right things and please keep doing that.

Hope this helps.
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How Can Chronic Constipation In An Infant Be Treated?

Hi, I have read your query and understand your concerns. Would you be able to tell how often does he have a bowel movement? Answer: It’s normal for babies to get mildly constipated after introducing solid foods. Usually, there is no need to worry but if you notice that the poo is hard or he is not passing it for 3 or more days then you should take him to the doctor. There are a number of stool softeners and other medications for constipation that would help. At the moment you are doing the right things and please keep doing that. Hope this helps.